Dakota Wesleyan University

If you are thinking about applying to Dakota Wesleyan University, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is August 27 and the fee for the application costs $25.

Dakota Wesleyan University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Dakota Wesleyan University's admissions stats.

Dakota Wesleyan University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	9%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	12%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	95%
Waitlist	No

Dakota Wesleyan University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Dakota Wesleyan University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––
Regular Decision	Yes	August 27	––

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Applying Early to Dakota Wesleyan University?

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Dakota Wesleyan University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Dakota Wesleyan University Admissions

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Is Dakota Wesleyan University Challenging To Get Into?

Getting into Dakota Wesleyan University is moderately difficult. Dakota Wesleyan University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Dakota Wesleyan University accepted 73% of all applicants, approximately 483 of the 659 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Dakota Wesleyan University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Dakota Wesleyan University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Dakota Wesleyan University

Dakota Wesleyan University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Dakota Wesleyan University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Dakota Wesleyan University

What does Dakota Wesleyan University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Class Rank	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Interview	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Dakota Wesleyan University for more information on admission factors.

Dakota Wesleyan University Application Requirements

To apply to Dakota Wesleyan University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Dakota Wesleyan University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)		2
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Dakota Wesleyan University?

Students admitted to Dakota Wesleyan University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 97% submitted a class rank. At Dakota Wesleyan University 9% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 36% were in the top 25% and 75% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Dakota Wesleyan University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	––
3.75 and 3.99	––
3.50 and 3.74	––
3.25 and 3.49	––
3.00 and 3.24	––
2.50 and 2.9	––
2.00 and 2.49	––

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Dakota Wesleyan University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Dakota Wesleyan University considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Dakota Wesleyan University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2019, 12% of Dakota Wesleyan University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 95% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Dakota Wesleyan University?

What is a Good ACT Score for Dakota Wesleyan University?

To be most competitive at Dakota Wesleyan University, you should strive to earn between 18 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Dakota Wesleyan University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Dakota Wesleyan University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Dakota Wesleyan University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Dakota Wesleyan University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 27.

Transfer students can enroll in Dakota Wesleyan University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Dakota Wesleyan University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Dakota Wesleyan University?

❌ Students who are admitted to Dakota Wesleyan University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Dakota Wesleyan University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ Dakota Wesleyan University does not accept International Baccalaureate credits but does accept Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Dakota Wesleyan University?

✅ Dakota Wesleyan University is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is Dakota Wesleyan University's acceptance rate?

✅ Dakota Wesleyan University's acceptance rate is 73%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Dakota Wesleyan University?

❌ Dakota Wesleyan University does not offer early decision.

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